Name: McGinnis Academy Of Martial Arts
Address: 303 N Main St, Lowell, NC, 28098, US
Telephone: (704) 813-0018
Rating: 5

McGinnis Academy of Martial Arts is proud to be an affiliate of Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. We are officially listed as "Carlson Gracie Team - Gastonia" on the. Tae Kwon Do is a Korean Martial Art that focuses primarily on kicks and traditional strikes. It utilizes kicks and kicking combinations in quick succession to overcome and attacker or opponent.

Hapkido is a Korean Martial Art that utilizes joint locks, grappling, and throwing techniques to defeat an attacker. Hapkido uses both long range and close range fighting techniques. Yoga has many benefits! Yoga increases flexibility and balance, and the breath work associated with you will help lessen anxiety and manage stress or simply help you come back to the present moment.

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McGinnis Academy of Martial Arts is proud to be an affiliate of Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. We are officially listed as "Carlson Gracie Team - Gastonia" on the Carlson Gracie HQ website. Carlson Gracie Jr. is the grandson of Carlos Gracie, founder of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and his father Carlson Gracie Sr., along with his father Carlos, is considered to be "one of the 5 Family Champions" of the Gracie Family.

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Tara Danielle Bledsoe

Jun 09, 2021

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Shawn is an amazing Instructor and he teaches discipline and respect first. love him and the Academy

Ultimate Kaos

Mar 05, 2021

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Great teacher, great community! Probably best thing for our sons in awhile.

David Richardson

Jan 30, 2021

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Professor Shawn Mcginnis is a great teacher and leader. Everyone is like family and will go above and beyond to help and make you feel welcome.
Excellent place to train, would highly recommend.

John Kaylor

Dec 17, 2020

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My son has been attending classes there for several years and absolutely loves it. Great instruction. Highly recommended.

Christina Heffner

Nov 04, 2020

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Our experience here has always been wonderful. Everyone is encouraging of one another. The atmosphere is always positive. Highly recommend.

Adrienne

Oct 29, 2020

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Best place ever for people of all ages! I recommend this group for any and every person!! The staff is excellent! My six year old son loves Mr. mike, mr. Gabe, mr. Silas, and mr. Mcginnis. This place has changed my life for the better!!

Misty Rollins

Oct 05, 2020

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We have been attending the academy for a number of years! My son has grown in confidence and discipline as he has gained life skills to take with him! My husband uses these skills in his career. They are the best!

Brad Phillips

Sep 12, 2020

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Best instruction around. Instructors are top notch and beyond willing to help. If you are considering a martial art then this is the place to go.

Joyce Richardson

Jul 26, 2020

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I absolutely love this place they have worked great with my grandson and my daughter. Mr. Shawn McGinnis and Mr Mike Muscat love them both also Mr Mike boys.Thank you all.

Rene Roberts

Jul 07, 2020

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I started with Master McGinnis in 2013, and I am over the top pleased with his instruction. Currently, I dabble in all three of the disciplines but my main focus is on Hapkido and Brazilian jujitsu. I preface with that because I was extremely apprehensive about starting the extreme contact sport of BJJ with mainly men, in complication with being anti-social. I prejudged it and let fear hold me back from participating in something that currently brings joy to me. This fear was conquered because Professor McGinnis never stopped believing in me and never gave up on me. Leadership, knowledge and culture

Alice Sereno

Jan 18, 2020

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We love this place. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and patient. My kids have so much more self-confidence and I am so proud of who they are becoming with their guidance.

Joyce Richardson

Dec 18, 2019

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Awesome training and great also with children. Teaches them respect and self defense .

Kelly Smith Payne

Dec 13, 2019

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I have had children in a few dojos over the years, this is by far the best. Mr. McGinnis and Mr. Mike are awesome!!!! Would recommend their dojo to anyone, any age. Wyatt has been enrolled since summer of 2017, and he loves it!

Adrienne Carpenter

Aug 20, 2019

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Best place ever! My son and myself both love this place! Mr. Shawn and mr. mike do an amazing job with everyone! Everyone is super friendly and helpful!!

Joe Sereno

Jul 25, 2019

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Outstanding instructors. All students, kids and adults, work together and maintain a high level of respect and training. I highly recommend McGinnis for anyone wanting to learn martial arts.

Brad Phillips

Apr 11, 2019

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Great place!! Instructors are top notch and will help in any way they can. Highly recommend

Rough Man

Dec 09, 2017

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Master Shawn McGinnis has a full spectrum fighting system that encompasses all areas of a possible encounter. From distance, Tae Kwon Do. Closer, Hapkido. Takedowns and ground fighting, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Master McGinnis gave me a better opportunity for success.